Now comes the interesting part: deciding on a dress. I tried some on a couple of weekends ago with Amanda (my maid of honor/only bridesmaid) and we figured out that, surprisingly, I look best in a strapless or halter style. Who knew I could hold it up. I can't actually put pictures of me in the dresses online, since most of the bridal shops have very strict rules about taking pictures. The bridal business is more cutthroat than I thought.
Please give me your input on the finalists!! Just use the "comments" option at the bottom of this posting to let me know what you think.
Dress 1
I would go with the black and white (as shown in the main picture). I didn't get to try this one on, but it will be coming in December. Check out all views.
Dress 2
LOVED this one in the store; I tried it on in navy and white, but would get it in red and white (as shown in the back photo). Be sure to look at the back; it's beautiful.
Dress 3
Again, didn't get to try this one on but I like it!
Dress 4
Sorry, there isn't a good direct link to this dress. Choose "Fall 2005" under the big BRIDAL letters; go to the second page and it is the first one on the upper left. The style name is Kiara. Again, check out the back and alternate views.
Dress 5
This one is a halter-style that looked pretty decent when I tried it on.
I'm thinking very hard about wearing some traditional Norwegian jewelry; here's an idea of what it looks like; it's not too gigantic, each piece is about 1" x 1" and come as a pendant and earrings.
Most of the dresses that I looked at had beading/designs reminiscent of the style of the jewelry. The earring on the left are close to actual size, the ones on the right are pictured much bigger than they actually are.
Looking forward to hearing from you all!!
Whitney
8 comments:
If Jackie had to pick one based on the pictures, I really love the one with the red in the back. I think it is a beautiful dress and not only would you wow them from the front but you will make a strong statement (a good one) from the back also!!! I can see you in the last, halter style, dress. It looks like something you would wear. They are all beautiful and what is important is that you absolutely LOVE IT!!!
They are all beautiful! Love the red in #2 - stunning! My mom always said "everyone is looking at your back for the whole ceremony" - so that one's great for that; they all are, actually. #3 and #4 seem a more natural fit for the Norwegian jewelry, which is also a very cool idea!
forgot to sign- the 6:51 post is from Kara :)
Amanda here- My vote is for dress number 2!! Or dress number 4. It's so hard because you looked stunning in both. I know you are holing out for the 1st dress to come in so you can wear gloves:-) Does that mean I will get to wear gloves??? Love the jewelry. Now we just need to find a hairstyle to accent your beautiful face, dress, and jewelry!
The are all georgeous! I can really see you in the Kiara - I think you would look kickin' in the more fitted skirt. Boo-tay!
Beautiful dresses!!! My favorites were dress 2 and dress 4...I'm sorry I could not narrow it down to one as we all know I have commitment problems. Michelle
Oh my goodness! WHITNEY'S WEDDING DRESS! I'm so excited to see you in one of these! They are all awesome. I am leaning towards #2 and #4. I love the idea of meaningful jewelry and the colors you've chosen.
I'm so excited! Courtney
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